Berseem Clover Pellets from China
High-protein berseem clover (Trifolium alexandrinum) in pellet form for intensive dairy forage rations. HTS 1214.90.0030 applies as pelleted clover, a warm-season annual popular in arid regions for its yield. Pellets facilitate transport without changing raw forage status.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide varietal certificates confirming berseem species, as it borders on 'other' legume forages
• Monitor for irrigation water contaminants in origin countries like Egypt or India
• Calculate duties based on protein content if Customs questions feed vs forage distinction